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PlayPower, Inc. · 2 months ago

Quality Engineer - Supplier & Manufacturing

Monett, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

PlayPower is a global leader in crafting premier recreational equipment, dedicated to creating moments of joy through play. The Quality Engineer will ensure products meet high standards of quality and safety, focusing on both supplier quality and traditional quality engineering responsibilities.

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Responsibilities

Audit and evaluate suppliers for compliance with ASTM, CPSC, and ADA playground safety standards

Collaborate with Sourcing and Purchasing departments on qualification and improvement activities for new and underperforming suppliers

Partner with suppliers to promote continual improvement across the supply chain

Analyze supplier processes/product to ensure alignment with safety, quality, durability, and environmental needs

Lead corrective action initiatives, emphasizing collaborative problem-solving and continual improvement

Review technical documentation including PPAPs, certifications, and inspection reports to validate product quality

Develop and maintain inspection protocols for structural integrity, UV/weather resistance, and other product factors

Support functions with risk-based validation testing of new designs and prototyping

Drive measurable product and process improvement in key business metrics using data from various data sources such as field incidents, customer feedback, internal audits, and performance testing

Champion a safety-first mindset across cross-functional teams while driving product and process improvements

Facilitate ISO 9001 compliance through internal audits, documentation control, and corrective action

Qualification

Supplier Quality EngineeringInternal Quality EngineeringISO 9001 complianceSyteline ERP SystemSolidWorks modellingData analysisEmotional intelligenceCommunication skillsCross-functional teamwork

Required

Demonstrated emotional intelligence in written and verbal communication when dealing internally and externally to teams and individuals

Demonstrated ability to define a problem and then collect and/or analyze data to identify improvement opportunities and verify effectiveness of implemented improvements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Demonstrated ability to develop, gain consensus, and execute action plans individually or as part of a cross functional team which deliver measurable improvement in customer, supplier, and business quality metrics

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Syteline or similar ERP System, Microsoft Office Suite, specifically MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of SolidWorks modelling software

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferred

2-5 years related experience and/or training

Estimated travel combining both Supplier Quality and Internal Quality roles is 10-25%